Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

Description

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used to treat a variety of conditions such as urinary tract infections, infection of the ears, lungs and meningitis caused by bacteria. It should not be used with calcium-containing intravenous solutions.

Uses of Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial Meningitis

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of meningitis, which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. This infection may be caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Neisseria meningitidis.

Bacterial Septicemia

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

Gonococcal Infection

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of gonococcal infection which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Urinary Tract Infection

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of infections of the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Pneumonia

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia which is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

Bone and joint infections

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of bone and joint infections such as septic arthritis and osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

Skin and structure Infection

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Skin and structure infections such as cellulitis, wound infection and cutaneous abscesses caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

Black or tarry stoolssevere

Chest painsevere

Feversevere

Difficulty or painful urinationsevere

Sore throatsevere

Diarrheasevere

Abdominal painsevererare

Dizzinesssevererare

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severerare

Acid or sour stomachsevererare

Change in tasterare

Excessive air or gas in stomachrare

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

Onset of action

The effect of this medicine occurs rapidly after intravenous and intramuscular routes of administration of the dose.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Maxizon 1000 MG Injection, and hence can be used as its substitute.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Maxizon 1000 MG Injection

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ceftriaxone or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics such as penicillins or cephalosporins.

Lidocaine

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is contraindicated for use if Lidocaine is used as a solvent for intravenous injection. Lidocaine can be used as a solvent for the intramuscular route of injection for this medicine, despite contraindications.

Calcium-containing products

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is contraindicated in neonates who are on calcium-containing intravenous solutions or infusions such as parenteral nutrition because of the risk of precipitation of Maxizon 1000 MG Injection and calcium.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Colitis

moderate

This medicine may cause diarrhea, abdominal pain and blood in stools in some cases. This risk is especially higher in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Drink an adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration. Report any such symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Seizure disorders

moderate

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder or a family history of seizures since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

This medicine is usually administered in the hospital by a qualified healthcare professional. Carefully follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Report any unusual symptoms or side effects to the doctor immediately. Report any allergies to antibiotics to the doctor prior to using this medicine.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

Allergy

- This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of allergy to ceftriaxone or Beta-lactam Antibiotics such as penicillins and cephalosporins.

Hemolytic anemia

- An immune mediated hemolytic anemia has been reported in patients receiving Maxizon 1000 MG Injection and other cephalosporins. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the medicine if you develop hemolytic anemia until the exact cause is determined.

Prothrombin time

- Alterations in prothrombin time (a test used to check for bleeding problems) have been reported in patients receiving Maxizon 1000 MG Injection. Regular monitoring of prothrombin time may be necessary for some patients. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Drug-resistance

- Usage of Maxizon 1000 MG Injection without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.

Patients with impaired kidney or liver function

- This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney or liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. The dose of this medicine should not exceed 2 g/day for such patients.

Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea

- This medicine is not recommended for use if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving Maxizon 1000 MG Injection. Antibiotic therapy may cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine; this may promote the growth of bacteria called Clostridium difficile, leading to severe diarrhea. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

Use in neonates

- Use of Maxizon 1000 MG Injection is not recommended in patients less than 28 days of age.

Other details

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Maxizon 1000 MG Injection works by interfering with certain processes that help the bacteria to grow and increase in number.

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